Senior Accountant

Kind Behavioral Health is a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis services, dedicated to improving the lives of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (“ASD”). We provide life-changing treatment through individualized plans of care, targeting socially significant behaviors to enable clients to lead more independent, fulfilling lives.

About the role

We are seeking a self-starting Senior Accountant to manage accounting and support operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This role will report directly to the Controller & Director of Strategic Finance, helping build efficient, scalable, best-in-class accounting and finance functions with high visibility to the CFO and senior leadership team. You will drive financial analysis, process improvement, documentation, and the implementation and maintenance of systems and controls.

Responsibilities

• Own payroll, accounts payable, and month-end close entries and reconciliations with in-depth involvement across all accounting areas
• Manage the General Ledger and prepare/post journal entries in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Complete month-end close activities, including reconciliations for accruals, prepaids, reserves, fixed assets, leases, depreciation/amortization, and debt
• Prepare schedules and supporting documents for financial statements, 401k, insurance, tax, and other compliance audits and examinations
• Run the bi-weekly payroll process for the company
• Identify and prioritize opportunities to automate and scale business processes, analyses, and reporting
• Document and monitor internal controls and assist with periodic internal audit procedures
• Review key business process designs to improve expediency, efficiency, and quality while ensuring compliance with regulations and industry best practices
• Participate in the development and detailed review of annual operating budgets and financial performance projections
• Assist with financial analysis and variance analysis of monthly financial results
• Develop and maintain a culture of transparency, collaboration, feedback, and excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; active CPA designation preferred
• 5+ years of experience in accounting with strong general ledger and month-end close experience
• 2+ years of experience in public accounting desired
• Experience working within an accounting software environment; familiarity with Sage Intacct preferred
• Experience reviewing lease agreements and understanding of accounting for lease transactions (ASC 842)
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and commonly used financial formulas
• Demonstrated experience building financial models, automating reports, and analyzing large/complex financial and operational data sets
• Proficiency with Microsoft Power Query and Power Pivot preferred
• Experience using PowerPoint or other presentation tools to create management and Board presentations
• Prior C-Level exposure and experience in a high-growth environment preferred
• Self-motivated with the ability to operate independently and drive results in a fast-paced environment
• Experience learning new systems and proactively creating operational efficiencies
• Background in multi-facility healthcare or other multi-business unit reporting environment preferred
• Familiarity with ABA and Autism services is a plus
• Data-driven decision maker with sound judgment in strategic decision-making, project prioritization, and resource allocation
• Unwavering dedication to learning, professional growth, and development
• High attention to detail and a track record of growing responsibility across your career